Aldi Sainsbury’s New Year’s Day 2018 opening times – what hours is the supermarket open today?

NEW Year's Day is here and so a last-minute dash to the shops might still be in order.

Don't be caught short and make sure you know what times your local supermarkets will be open. We have got the lowdown for you here.

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All Aldi stores are completely shut on New Year's Day this year.Credit: Alamy

When is Aldi open over New Year?

Aldi stores were closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

They supermarket chain ran reduced opening hours on New Year's Eve and is completely shut for New Year's Day.

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